Pinto Bean and Cornbread Casserole
This hearty and comforting casserole combines pinto beans, cornbread, and flavorful spices for a delicious meal.
Ingredients - Serves 6
- Green onions - 2, sliced (for garnish)
- Cheddar cheese - 1 cup, shredded
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Chili powder - 1 teaspoon
- Cumin - 1 teaspoon
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Onion - 1, diced
- Corn kernels - 1 cup, frozen or canned
- Eggs - 2
- Milk - 1 cup
- Cornbread mix - 1 box
- Pinto beans - 2 cans, drained and rinsed
Let's Get Started
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a casserole dish.
- In a large skillet, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and cook until softened.
- Add the pinto beans, corn kernels, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine and cook for a few minutes until heated through.
- In a separate bowl, prepare the cornbread mix according to the package instructions, using milk and eggs.
- Pour half of the cornbread batter into the greased casserole dish.
- Spread the pinto bean and corn mixture evenly over the cornbread batter.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the bean mixture.
- Pour the remaining cornbread batter over the cheese layer, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 55g
- Protein: 12g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 8g